Which elements are included in the disclosure clause of informed consent?

• A. Explanation of procedure, risks and benefits, and alternatives procedures
• B. Insurance information
• C. Governing law
• D. Post-procedure care only

Answer: (A)

Disclosures to obtain informed consent should cover what the procedure involves, the potential risks and benefits, and reasonable alternatives. This information lets the patient understand what will be done, why it’s recommended, and what could happen as a result, including different treatment options or choosing not to proceed. Items like insurance details are about billing, not the medical decision, and governing law concerns legal enforceability rather than patient understanding of the treatment. Post-procedure care belongs to planning and follow-up discussions, not the essential disclosure elements. Therefore, the option that lists the explanation of the procedure, its risks and benefits, and alternatives best fits what informs the patient’s decision.